Legacy Independent Funeral Directors is the subject of an investigation after officers recovered 35 bodies and suspected human ashes from the Hull-based firm. Speaking during a visit to Gloucester, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the Government was reviewing the regulation of the funeral industry in the wake of the alleged scandal. “We’re reviewing the regulation of the industry, and in the meantime, working with trade bodies who are focused on codes of practice and self-regulation. Flowers are left outside the Hessle Road branch of Legacy Independent Funeral Directors in Hull (Dave Higgens/PA)The 33-year-old lost 52-year-old Andrew Suffill in July 2022, and her brother Dwane Suffill, 34, five days later. Legacy Independent Funeral Directors is owned by Robert Bush, according to Companies House.

Source: The Times March 14, 2024 13:08 UTC